Job Description
About the Role
Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd) is seeking an experienced Sales Representative to join our team in Johannesburg. As the Agri chemical and mineral Sales Representative, you will be responsible for expanding our product offering into the customer base, with a focus on Industrial Minerals and chemicals. You will also be expected to travel to all SA provinces as and when required to grow the regional customer base.
Key Responsibilities
- Compiling and presenting quotes
- Follow up and close deals
- Frequent communication with customers by email, phone call, and face-to-face visits
- Expanding product offering into customer base
- Monitoring customers’ demands, buying habits, determining forecasts, and creating strategic approaches
- Conducting research, analyzing market information, and applying it to proactively expand the customer base
- Monitoring suppliers and market share tendencies, import and export trends, and market prices
- Negotiating contracts with customers within limits of authority
- Successfully negotiating commercial terms with customers through support from finance department
- Attending industry-specific trade days and shows
- Facilitating sales process from beginning to end with other staff members
- Maintaining and servicing existing Boron, minerals, and chemicals customer base in the Agri industry
Requirements
- Matric/Gr 12
- Any tertiary education is an advantage
- 2-5 years of sales/trade experience in the Agricultural sector (highly advantageous)
- Success in growing customers and products in previous roles
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans
- Excellent command of MS Office applications, Excel, and formulas
- Effective in internal and external communication and across various cultures
- Knowledge of logistics and operations
- Knowledge to selling across the African Continent
- Understanding of import/export principles
Qualifications
None mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Not specified.
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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